Serving 537 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Meridian Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is equal to the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 537 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MI
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Meridian Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sanford, MI, covering approximately 96.2 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 5.7 miles and the furthest edge located 9.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Meridian Elementary School's student population of 537 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
537 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meridian Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meridian Elementary School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1202 out of 3025 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
45%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
4%
Hispanic
3%
9%
Black
1%
18%
White
92%
63%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.1%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meridian Elementary School's ranking?
Meridian Elementary School is ranked #1202 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Meridian Elementary School often compared to?
Meridian Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beaverton Elementary School, Siebert Elementary School, Bullock Creek Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
How many students attend Meridian Elementary School?
537 students attend Meridian Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Meridian Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meridian Elementary School?
Meridian Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is equal to the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Meridian Elementary School offer ?
Meridian Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Meridian Elementary School part of?
Meridian Elementary School is part of Meridian School District.
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